Topic:"Program Evaluation" in M12030

James R. Gogan Direct +1 (902) 563 5920 [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) 292 Charlotte Street Suite 300 Sydney NS Canada B1P 1C7 Tel +1 (902) 563 1000 Fax +1 (902) 563 1113 Our File: 223853 December 19,...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (EOne) updates the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (the Board) on a collaboration with Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power) regarding energy efficiency programs under the Board-approved 2023–2025 DSM Plan (M10473). The agreement involves shared use of the NS Power Bidgley platform and integration of EOne's behavioural program with NS Power's Customer Energy Management (CEM) module, claimed to benefit ratepayers.

Background On April 8, 2024 EOne wrote to the Board with an update on an agreement in principle that had been reached between the Parties respecting, inter alia , the transfer of Customer Energy Management (" CEM ") data, the joint use of...

AI summary EOne and NS Power have revised their agreement on CEM operations, with EOne managing specific tabs without claiming energy savings due to data limitations. NS Power retains EM&V responsibilities for most CEM functions, referencing Board decision M10460. Both parties share EM&V costs, and EOne continues behavioral programs via Bidgely. The agreement aims to reduce duplication and customer confusion.

1 (b) This unexpected limitation was identified as E1 and NS Power worked through the details 2 of the evaluation approach as proposed in the April 8, 2024 letter. The data that is available 3 from the existing NS Power CEM evaluation is n...

AI summary The document discusses a change in position by EOne regarding the ability to claim energy savings from the 'Recommendations Tab' and 'Efficiency Insights Tab' due to tracking limitations. It asks for an explanation of the reasons behind this change, whether the issue was known earlier, and how EOne is assessing the data tracking limitations.

7 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 (c) E1 does not propose to track or claim energy savings from the CEM, including the "Recommendations Tab" or the "Energy Insights Tab" in the future, as the related energy savings are expected to be immaterial and the...

AI summary E1 does not plan to track energy savings from the CEM's 'Recommendations Tab' or 'Energy Insights Tab' due to expected immateriality and lack of cost justification. E1 will continue to claim savings from its Residential Behaviour program, which is evaluated by a third party and the NSUARB's verification consultant.

Background In its decision in Matter M10473, the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board directed EfficiencyOne (EOne) to provide quarterly updates about ongoing collaborative efforts between EOne and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) leading...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board directed EfficiencyOne (EOne) to collaborate with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) on a behavioural program and Customer Energy Management (CEM) system. Disagreements arose over EM&V responsibilities and savings allocation. The Board deferred approval until EOne and NS Power align on details, maintaining existing reporting requirements.

Revised Agreement and Functional Responsibilities On December 19, 2024, EOne submitted a further update informing the Board that EOne and NS Power had reached an amended agreement. The update outlines the division of CEM functionality betw...

AI summary On December 19, 2024, EOne and NS Power reached an amended agreement dividing CEM functionalities and EM&V responsibilities. EOne will handle new tabs but cannot report energy savings due to data limitations, while NS Power retains EM&V for existing functions. The Board accepts the agreement without formal approval, noting reduced duplication and alignment with prior decisions (Matter M10460).

jective of aligning respective positions in a timely manner and reaching agreement on the ownership of CEM EM&V items. In its Decision letter of September 11, 2024, the NSUARB provided the following: In the circumstances, any requests for...

AI summary The NSUARB directed NS Power and EOne to align on CEM EM&V responsibilities, noting existing reporting requirements remain unchanged. An amended agreement outlines divided CEM functionality, with NS Power supporting approval. The Board emphasizes cost savings and avoiding duplication, expecting further alignment. Matter M11694 is referenced regarding NS Power's reporting obligations.

Request IR-2: - Please confirm that, through this revised agreement between EOne and NS Power, the existing reporting requirements as directed by the Board will not change. - a) If not confirmed, please provide a table that clearly present...

AI summary The document requests confirmation that revised agreements between EOne and NS Power will not alter existing EM&V reporting requirements set by the Board. If unconfirmed, a table detailing changes to reporting obligations, including Matter numbers and responsible parties, is requested.

Request IR-3: - In EOne's Behavioural Program Update letter dated April 8, 2024, EOne proposed to assume the - Load Impact metrics of the CEM evaluation and integrate it within EOne's existing evaluation - framework which would relieve NS...

AI summary EOne proposes to assume responsibility for Load Impact metrics from NS Power's CEM evaluation, relieving NS Power of EM&V requirements. The Board inquires whether EOne will submit Load Impact Reports alongside NS Power's CEM EM&V and seeks clarification on reporting plans if not.

Request IR-4: - In the letter dated April 8, 2024, EOne proposed to claim energy savings from both the "Recommendations Tab" and the "Efficiency Insights Tab". However, in its letter dated December 19, 2024, EOne stated that no savings wou...

AI summary EOne initially proposed claiming energy savings from the 'Recommendations Tab' and 'Efficiency Insights Tab' but later withdrew due to tracking limitations. The inquiry seeks clarification on the reasons for this change, whether the issue was known, and how EOne assesses data tracking challenges.

Request IR-5: Document: 317982 Date Filed: 01/13/25 UARB Page 2 - Given the tracking limitations for certain functionalities, please clarify whether there are plans to - implement technical adjustments or enhancements to address these issu...

AI summary The document includes questions regarding technical improvements to track energy savings, long-term strategies for the 'Recommendations Tab' and 'Efficiency Insights Tab', and whether the revised agreement would grant EOne ownership of energy savings if trackable.

Background In its decision in Matter M10473, the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board directed EfficiencyOne (EOne) to provide quarterly updates about ongoing collaborative efforts between EOne and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) leading...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board directed EfficiencyOne (EOne) and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) to align their collaborative efforts on EOne's behavioural program and NS Power's Customer Energy Management (CEM) System. Disagreements arose over EM&V responsibilities and savings allocation, with the Board delaying approval until full alignment. NS Power was directed to continue reporting on commercial customer participation in CEM.

Revised Agreement and Functional Responsibilities On December 19, 2024, EOne submitted a further update informing the Board that EOne and NS Power had reached an amended agreement. The update outlines the division of CEM functionality betw...

AI summary EOne and NS Power amended their agreement, dividing CEM functionality and EM&V responsibilities. EOne assumes new tabs but cannot report energy savings due to data limitations, while NS Power retains existing responsibilities. The Board accepts the revised agreement, noting cost-sharing and alignment with past practices, including Matter M10460. Both parties aim to avoid duplication.